Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $61,625.00 - $92,438.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Health insurance waiver incentive
Flexible spending account
Dependent care pre-tax
Pension Plan
Paid Time Off
fitness center access
Pool access
Golf privileges
Zoo entrance
Tuition Reimbursement
Merchandise discounts
Professional memberships
Job Description
The Wheaton Park District (WPD) is a well-established and highly respected organization that has been serving the community since its founding in 1921 by the citizens of Wheaton, Illinois. Committed to enhancing the quality of life through a diverse offering of parks, facilities, programs, and services, the district proudly manages nearly 900 acres spread across fifty-four sites. The district’s portfolio includes a variety of recreational facilities such as the Ray Morrill Community Center, Parks Plus Fitness, Central Athletic Complex, Northside Park Family Aquatic Center, Rice Pool and Water Park, Arrowhead Golf Club, Lincoln Marsh Natural Area, Mary Lubko Center, Memorial... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with relevant concentration
- Minimum five years of experience in event planning and marketing management
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with mass distribution methods via email and social media
- Leadership experience with managing and motivating staff
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and perform under pressure
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- BASSET certification
- CPR/AED certified or able to obtain within 30 days
- Ability to remain stationary for long periods and perform repetitive hand/arm movements
- Ability to occasionally move objects up to 50 lbs
- Willingness to work in varying weather conditions outdoors
- Commitment to safety guidelines
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality, marketing, communications, special event management, recreation administration or related field
- Minimum five years of experience in marketing management, public and media relations, and event planning/management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with event and ticketing software
- Knowledge of social media platforms
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends
- Commitment to continuing education and professional development preferred
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- BASSET certification
- CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days
Job Duties
- Design, manage, and execute special events including event permitting, budgets, EMS plans, and on-site logistics
- Maintain positive relationships and collaborate with community partners, entertainers, vendors, volunteers, city departments, and public agencies
- Create sponsorship materials and secure sponsors for facilities and events
- Coordinate promotion of special events and volunteer recruitment with special committees
- Work with vendors on marketing and event materials, overseeing proofs, printing, and delivery
- Represent and maintain professional relations with media
- Distribute printed materials in a timely manner according to event timelines
- Manage and record event revenue and expenses
- Collaborate with other departments and divisions within the district
- Maintain and update event materials and content on the website working closely with graphics and web staff
- Hire, train, manage, lead, coach, schedule, and evaluate assigned staff to ensure operational efficiency and policy compliance
- Provide high-quality customer service internally and externally
- Follow district policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- Support the district’s mission, vision, and values
- Strive for continuous improvement of systems and self
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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